Legendary basketball manager

At this moment, Oden made a lunge and went straight to the basket.

Shuhao suddenly changed his move, changed the ball to his left hand, then flicked his wrist, and gave the ball to Oden.

The latter took off with both feet unguarded...

"bang!"

Oden ignited the arena again with an O'Neal-style double-handed dunk!

The score also came to 31:22.

The fast break planned by Shuhao this time also attracted the sighs of the two commentators of CCTV.

"The Rockets' bench lineup is really fierce... Did you see the speed of Shuhao just now? Even Westbrook can't catch up with him!"

"And he's not the kind of reckless guy who relies on his body to play. The last pass is really a lot of weight. Ibaka's strong block blocking ability can't be used at once!"

Yu Jia was full of praise for Jeremy Lin.

"Whether it's speed, technique, or on-the-spot adaptability... I think Jeremy can already play the starting point guard in most NBA teams other than the Rockets!"

"In the next 10 years, our Huaxia men's basketball team will have no worries about the point guard position!"

Yang Yi also expressed emotion.

Look back to the field.

In the last 35 seconds, the Thunder served from the baseline.

Under Westbrook's instruction, Ibaka stuck the ball on the floor, and with a flick of his wrist, the ball slowly rolled forward.

Westbrook lowered his body to protect the basketball and rolled across the half court.

During this process, Shuhao has been watching the basketball covetously, but because he is afraid of Westbrook's explosive power, he has never dared to rush.

When the ball rolled to two meters beyond the three-point line, Westbrook suddenly picked it up, and then accelerated straight to the basket.

Jeremy Lin couldn't react in time and was directly passed by Westbrook.

Oden and Yi Jianlian at the basket did not expect that the team's first line of defense would pass by so easily, so they did not help in defense in time.

Westbrook soared into the air, fully stretching his body in the air, like a fully drawn bow...

"bang!"

31: 24.

The attack took about 8 seconds from the serve to the dunk.

But the time on the timer has only passed two seconds!

This means that Westbrook successfully grabbed an extra offensive opportunity.

Rocket attack.

Jeremy handed the ball to Roy. After the latter dribbled the ball for half the court, he lowered his center of gravity and waited for the attack time to elapse.

When the number on the timer jumped to 7, Roy moved!

He dribbled the ball continuously and approached Cook.

Dribbling near the three-point line, Roy suddenly increased his dribbling strength, allowing the ball to bounce high and hover in his right hand.

Then his center of gravity dropped suddenly, and at the same time, he made an in&out feint with his right hand.

Cook was shaken and staggered a little.

Seeing this, Roy accelerated and broke through to the right!

Cook quickly moved laterally to block.

But just as he was about to return to the defensive position, Roy suddenly stopped and dribbled back with his crotch.

It is worth mentioning that during the pull-back process, Huang Mamba also raised the ball protector slightly, exerting a dark force on Cook...

The next moment, Cook's eyes widened and he staggered backwards.

Roy collects the ball and makes a calm shot...

"Shu~"

Basketball hit the net.

33: 24!

The moment the ball is scored, the red light on the timer lights up at the same time.

It's a two-pointer at the buzzer!

There are 9 seconds left in the first quarter.

Durant started to advance with the ball directly from the backcourt.

And Danny Green, who was defending him, stood near the middle circle and waited for kd's arrival.

Meanwhile, Ibaka moves behind Green and crosses his hands in front of him for a screen.

Green is very alert.

He immediately turned sideways and adjusted his body to an angle where he could easily squeeze through the pick-and-roll.

[coming...]

Green looked at Durant, who was striding forward, as if he was facing a big enemy.

KD stepped forward with his right foot and was about to bypass the screen.

But at the last moment, he suddenly changed his move and changed the ball to his left hand with a crossover.

This sudden change of direction obviously exceeded Green's expectations.

At this time, he had stepped over Ibaka's cover with one foot.

It can be said that this is a textbook demonstration of crowded screens.

Unfortunately, this time his opponent is Durant!

Green still wanted to make amends, but just as he adjusted his center of gravity, when he ran towards KD again, he tripped over Ibaka's feet and fell to the ground...

Durant took a cold look at Green who fell to the ground, and then made a three-pointer against Yi Jianlian who was defending.

Ah Lian struggled to take off, his fingers even touched KD's fingertips.

But even so, he was a few tenths of a second late and failed to complete the block.

After the basketball left Durand's fingertips, it spun at a high speed, drawing a beautiful arc in the air...

"Shu~"

The moment the basketball fell into the net, the red light on the timer came on again.

Buzzer ball answer.ball!

33: 27.

The Thunder successfully narrowed the point difference to 6 points!

The Toyota Center also became silent because of this three-pointer.

Durant's strength has once again refreshed the perception of Rockets fans.

"This kid is going to be one of the best players in the league. Oh no, he might be one of the best players now."

A gray-haired old fan commented.

"This first quarter is so exciting, first Yao Mai showed his power, then Harden responded quickly, then Curry also played an amazing level, and finally Durant's performance... This ticket is too worth buying !"

"Thunder's young players are improving so fast! In just a few days, how do I feel that they have become stronger again?"

"If Harden didn't push Curry, maybe they would all be ahead. Let me tell you...Don't mess with anyone, don't mess with Steph!"

Fans, you talk to me, and the discussion is very lively.

In the VIP box, Ajiali also lamented the strength of Lei Ting's group of young people.

"I feel that if you come to be the general manager of the Thunder, within a year, the Thunder can become a super team like the Rockets this year."

Ajiali said in a serious tone.

Shen Fei nodded.

He really can do it.

"Pfft..."

Ajiali was amused by Shen Fei's reaction.

This man is a little too confident!

"Do you think the Thunder may be upset tonight?"

Ajali asked.

"No, there shouldn't even be a chance to lead."

Shen Fei said lightly.

In his view, the gap between the two teams is all-round.

Even if the Thunder can break out in a certain period of time, it will be difficult to complete the score surpassing.

After the second half, the Rockets' advantage will become even more obvious, because the physical fitness of the Thunder's three young men is bound to decline!

"Then let's make a bet!"

Shen Fei's eloquence made Ajiali unable to help but ignite the desire to challenge.

"Okay, what do you want to bet?"

Shen Fei asked with a smile.

"Just bet that the Thunder will take the lead in at least one round!"

As Ajiali spoke, she raised her chin arrogantly.

"Okay, what about the bet?"

Shen Fei continued to ask.

"bet..."

Ajiali was at a loss for words for a while, and fell into thought.

Thinking of the back, she even blushed.

Shen Fei was not in a hurry, and just looked at Ajiali with great interest.

Finally, as if Ajiali had made some important decision, she stuck it to Shen Fei's ear and whispered something...

"Hum..."

When she spoke, she exhaled like blue, which made Shen Fei's mind tremble.

"But if you lose, help me plan the Kings' follow-up development during the offseason!"

Ajiali put forward her own conditions.

"No problem. Guaranteed to help the Kings return to the playoffs in two years, and even hit bigger goals."

Shen Fei's tone was understated, as if he was talking about a very easy matter.

But in fact, the Kings have been the belly of the West for many years.

The last time they entered the playoffs, it dates back to the 04-05 season, and it has been 6 years since now!

"A word is settled!"

Ajiali is extremely ambitious. When she heard that the Kings could enter the playoffs within two years, she couldn't hide the excitement on her brows.

"Let's watch the game first."

Shen Fei smiled slightly, and couldn't help stretching out his hand to scratch Ajiali's beautiful nose.

............

The holiday break is over soon.

In the second quarter, the Thunder made substitution adjustments.

Dewey, who played the first quarter, was replaced, and Harden returned to play.

The Rockets put on the "ultimate basketball" lineup, McGrady, George, Danny Green, Tucker, and Big Ben all appeared on the stage.

Harden couldn't help frowning slightly when he saw the five Rockets playing.

The two strongest weapons in his arsenal are undoubtedly ball-handling singles and high pick-and-rolls.

But in the Rockets' current lineup, no one is a defensive loophole.

In addition, every time this lineup plays, it uses the "unlimited defense" defensive strategy, which has a natural restraint effect on pick-and-rolls.

This means that Harden's two major weapons will be subject to considerable restrictions.

But none of the Thunder's bench players can help Harden share the offensive pressure.

But he had no choice but to bite the bullet and go!

The game restarted and the Thunder served.

Harden passed the half court with the ball and came to the top of the arc to organize.

George dismounted, arms outstretched, ready for battle.

Collison stepped up and set a screen for Harden.

But after Deng bypassed the screen, he just replaced the defender with pj-Tucker.

After a series of dribbles under the crotch, Harden suddenly started, wanting to force a breakthrough with speed.

Although Tucker's speed is a bit slow, his defensive position is very good, and he got stuck in his position with a lateral move, firmly blocking Harden's advancing route.

Brother Deng had no choice but to pass the ball.

In the end, the offense ended with substitute guard Mayno hitting the iron in a mid-range shot.

Ben Wallace jumped high, received the rebound, and handed the ball to McGrady next to him immediately.

t-mac advances quickly with the ball.

After coming to the Thunder halftime, he dribbled the ball under the crotch twice in a row against Harden, and then pulled out his hand dryly.

After the basketball left his fingertips, it spun at a high speed, drawing a beautiful arc in the air..."

Shua~" Hollow into the net!

At 36:27, the point difference approached double digits again.

Harden gritted his teeth secretly, thinking about how to break the Rockets' infinite defense changes.

Whether it is McGrady, George, Green, or Tucker, they are all wing players with both height and movement speed.

One can imagine how difficult it is to single them out.

Even if it is successful, the physical energy consumed by each single play must be very high!

After pondering over and over again, Harden chose the target of attack-Ben Wallace.

This is actually a helpless move.

No one wants to challenge the 4-time best defensive player.

But objectively speaking, Daben is indeed Harden's most confident player who can use his speed advantage to challenge!

So in the next round, Harden used the pick-and-roll to replace the defender with Ben Wallace.

For so many years in Daben's career, he basically fought with various centers in the interior, and it is true that he rarely played against defenders.

After coming to the Rockets, he was exposed to unlimited defense for the first time.

After most of the season, Daben has defended outside players more times than his previous career combined!

But it is difficult for a veteran's defensive awareness and defensive habits to change in just a few months.

Facing Harden this time, although Ben Wallace tried his best, he was finally passed by the former with a change of direction.

After that, Big Ben tried his best to chase and defend, but Harden found a chance again and made a foul.

The Thunder walked to the free throw line on the 13th and made two free throws steadily.

36: 29.

After 1 minute, Harden made a comeback.

This time, after shaking continuously, he suddenly took a step back to the left, and then decisively shot a three-pointer.

Big Ben was too late to react and failed to interfere in time...

"Shu~"

Basketball hits the net!

36: 32.

Only 4 point left!

Mark Jackson on the sidelines realized that there was a loophole in the infinite defense.

And this defensive strategy, once there is an obvious weakness, the effect will be greatly reduced.

He turned his head to look at the bench, and suddenly said, "Yi, get ready, you will play instead of Da Ben after the ball is dead."

Yi Jianlian was taken aback when he heard the words, then got up excitedly, took off his sports jacket, and walked towards the technical platform.

Soon, the opportunity to play came.

During Shuhao's breakthrough, the basketball was cut off from behind by Mayno.

The ball also accidentally hit Brother Hao's foot and flew out of bounds.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Yi Jianlian replaced Ben Wallace and made his debut.

As a veteran, Daben behaved very professionally and did not feel any emotion because of being hastily replaced.

He knew that the coach did this entirely out of consideration for winning.

............

After Yi Jianlian played, he naturally became Harden's target.

The Thunder attacked, and Harden quickly advanced with the ball.

After reaching the top of the arc, he decisively directed Collison to step forward to pick and roll, and successfully replaced the defender with Yi Jianlian.

In the stands, Ajiali frowned slightly, and said with concern in her voice, "Are you going to insist on playing unlimited defenses? The new Yi Jianlian, who I'm going to play in a hurry, can't guard against Harden."

Shen Fei had a calm expression, and smiled slightly: "Compared to inside defense, Yi Jianlian is not as good as Ben Wallace, but if he defends outside, the situation may be different."

"But Yi Jianlian is taller than Ben. Wouldn't it be more disadvantageous to defend against Harden with this height?"

Ajali asked puzzled.

"Not necessarily."

"If it's a speed guard, Yi Jianlian really can't guard against him, but Harden still prefers a rhythm guard."

"As for whether it can be prevented..."

Shen Fei didn't say any more, and turned his attention to the court again.

He has strong confidence in Yi Jianlian.

You know, before Rodman joined the Bulls, he was a defensive champion in the Spurs.

He also played against the god of basketball back then, and used his defense like a dog's skin plaster to prevent Jordan very uncomfortable.

This also paved the way for their later teaming up.

As a man with Rodman's skill set, Yi Jianlian's ability to defend outside players must be stronger than Daben!

............

On the field, Harden dribbled the ball to the left at a 45-degree angle and signaled his teammates to pull away.

Soon, there were only him and Yi Jianlian left on the left side of the court.

"You can't guard against...shit!"

Just as Harden was about to say a few words of rubbish casually, before he could finish half of the sentence, Yi Jianlian jumped up and knocked him back.

"Beep!"

The referee whistled and the Rockets made a defensive foul.

Harden frowned slightly, Yi Jianlian's defense...was too reckless!

What he didn't know was that Ah Lian did this purely to mess with his mentality.

Soon, the Thunder served from the sideline, and Harden repeated his old trick, using the pick-and-roll again to switch Yi Jianlian in front of him!